The Louisville Water Foundation is inviting grant applications year-round from organizations and individuals with projects or activities that address a water-related need(s).

The Louisville Water Foundation was established by Louisville Water to consolidate the charitable and philanthropic efforts already carried out by the company behind one unified mission.

The Foundation's mission is to improve the health and well-being of both the communities serve and those around the world by providing water assistance and water education. The Foundation is working toward a world where safe water is available to everyone no matter where they live.

Projects/Activities Supported

• Potable water solutions in water-poor communities
• Water assistance programs serving individuals and/or communities
• Water awareness or education campaign
• Water stewardship education
• Surface or groundwater protection education
• Watershed cleanup

Activities that do not Qualify

• Lobbying (attempting to influence local, state, or national legislation)
• Interest payments
• Personal articles

Selection Criteria

• Clarity of project goals, objectives, and potential impact on the community
• Strength of project design and team
• Innovative approach with real-world application
• Sustainability of project post-grant
• Evidence of community engagement
• Plan for assessing impact of project and the capacity to measure its outcomes
• Reasonable and efficient budget

For more information, visit Louisville Water Foundation Grant Program.